1956 Citroen DS vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 212 kg more than 1986 Mercury Lynx.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | DS | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2400 mm |
